One method which proves to be successful in gaining the reader's
interest and attention is the provocative question. Here's an example:
Why are young people assaulting their mental and physical health
with drugs? Today, in attempting to cope with contemporary society, many youngsters are
experimenting with lethal assortments of drugs. Whether it be to deal with personal
inadequacies, problem situations, or peer pressure, our youth are saturating themselves
with deadly chemicals.
Deductive Approach: Thesis Statement
Why are young people assaulting their mental and physical health
with drugs? Today, in attempting to cope with contemporary society, many youngsters are
experimenting with lethal assortments of drugs. Whether it be to deal with personal
inadequacies, problem situations, or peer pressure, our youth are saturating themselves
with deadly chemicals. The drug crisis at Centerville High School is reaching epidemic
proportions.
Inductive Approach: Pvotal Question
This warm-up technigue is not appropriate for the inductive
approach.
